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  • So near yet so Spotify

    So recently I came across The Spotify Model for Scaling Agile. Having spent the last 5 years working in Scrum some of the solutions proposed by Spotify really rang true to me. Both the Spotify method and Scrum continue to share a commitment to iterative development, better cross company collaboration, and remove the traditional development…

  • Why is SQLServer so expensive?

    SQL Server, Microsoft’s well-known database management system, has undoubtedly proven its worth with robust features, security measures, and scalability. However, the question that continues to frustrate many businesses and developers is why SQL Server comes with such a large price tag. Undeniably, one of the primary reasons behind SQL Server’s sometimes eye watering pricing is…

  • Growing a tech team is hard

    As a Technology Leader, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing the growth of our software engineering team, and I can confidently say that building a dynamic, skilled, and collaborative team is both an art and a science. The journey has been filled with challenges, successes, and a wealth of lessons learned along the way. I…

  • Agile, where have you been all my life?

    In the fast-paced world of software engineering, staying ahead of the curve is not just a necessity but a way of life. Over the past couple of years it’s become clear that the true essence of agility lies not just in methodologies but in a passionate commitment to embracing change. The Agile methodology has truly…